Fallen Nature

The concept of "fallen nature" in the Bible refers to the intrinsic state of sin and moral corruption that all humanity inherited as a result of the Fall of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, as described in Genesis 3. When they disobeyed God's command by eating from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, sin entered the world, leading to spiritual death and separation from God (Romans 5:12). This event marked the beginning of a corrupted human nature, characterized by a propensity towards sin and rebellion against God's will.The Apostle Paul elaborates on this idea in several of his letters. For instance, in Ephesians 2:1-3, he describes humanity as "dead in trespasses and sins," highlighting the pervasive influence of sin in our lives. Furthermore, Romans 7:18 emphasizes the struggle of the believer with sinful inclinations, indicating that even after coming to faith, the flesh remains a source of conflict. However, the New Testament also offers hope through the transformative power of Christ. In 2 Corinthians 5:17, Paul asserts that anyone in Christ is a new creation, suggesting that while the fallen nature is a reality, redemption and restoration are possible through faith in Jesus. This duality of nature—fallen yet redeemable—forms a central theme in Christian theology.

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Shall the Dust Praise Thee?

By Carter Conlon

1.8K40:41

ISA 29:4ISA 52:1

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that many people in the body of Christ have misplaced focus and pursuit. They fail to live for the glory of God and do not understand the value of a soul. The preacher shares a powerful testimony of a violent man who experienced a transformation after encountering an older man on the street. The sermon also highlights the spiritual battle happening in the world, with the enemy ravaging cities and young people falling into darkness. However, God is rising up and declaring that He will have a church and a testimony in the earth. The preacher emphasizes the need for a visible people who will be a testimony of God's power and glory. The sermon concludes with the reminder that relying on natural strength and achievements will ultimately lead to emptiness, but God is calling His people to rise up and praise Him in this generation. The preacher references the book of Isaiah, where it is prophesied that in times of gross darkness, the glory of the Lord will rise upon the church. Kings will be silenced when they witness the manifestation of God's power in His people. The sermon also references the words of Solomon, who realized that all human labor leads to the same end, regardless of wealth or intelligence.